Sports Coach with Rugby Specialism

To effectively deliver sports coaching and individual sporting development experiences across the range of abilities and ages within the school. To lead and develop ourRugbyprogramme within our sports framework.

Key Responsibilities

• To be an inspirational,enthusiasticand nurturing sports coach, helping children of all ages and abilities enjoysport.
• To lead on specificrugbytrainingsessions, planning practicesto ensure engaging sessions for pupils of all abilities, andsupporting staff development whereappropriate.
• Tosupport the development ofsession plans for all levels and age groups of players, ensuring a clear curriculum forrugbyat Dumpton that progressespupilsskills and technical and tactical development.
• Be available to coach and refereefixtures and tournamentswhere possible
• Select teams for matches and write match reports following fixtures.
• Have responsibility for the use and upkeep ofRugbysports equipment.
• Attendrelevantstaff meetings and seek continual professional development in all matters affecting work.
• To actively promote theBe Kind and Aim High valuesand vision of the school.
• Be aware of and support equal opportunities for all pupils.
• Establish constructive relationships and communication withparents
• Toprovidean emergency capability and administer first aid as and whenrequired.
• Assistwith the organisation,preparationand supervisionoffixtures,tournamentsand sporting events.
• Promote positive sportsmanship, teamwork,resilienceand pupil wellbeing through participation.
• Any other duties asdeemedappropriate bythe Head for general and specific professional duties.
• To workin accordance withDumpton School policies.
• To understand Safeguarding Children and report any concerns or observations to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

This list of responsibilities is notexhaustiveand the employee willbe requiredto perform duties outside of this at the discretion of theHeadmaster

Knowledge/Experience

• RelevantRugbyCoaching Qualifications
• First Aid Qualifications
• Relevant Rugby Coaching Experience
• Knowledge and understanding of safe Rugby practice and player welfare
• Experience teaching and coaching young children sport
• Experience coaching across a range of age groups and abilities.
• An ability to coach a variety of sports.
• Ability to act on own initiative.
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills.
• Refereeing qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Ability to organise and deliver engaging coaching sessions across a range of abilities and age groups.
• Enthusiasm and a positive approach to pupil development.

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